Pathologist Assistant, Intermediate

The Hospital Intermediate Pathologist Assistant works directly with a pathologist in the areas of organ/specimen accessioning, description, dissection, evisceration, and submitting histologic/frozen specimen samples from a wide range of surgical specimens. Assists in developing and implementing a formal orientation and training program for residents, pathologists' assistants, and pathology specialists in surgical pathology and frozen section techniques. Additionally, ensures the acquisition of necessary tissues for research protocols in compliance with Institutional Review Board (IRB) guidelines without compromising patient diagnoses. Assist in the decision-making regarding the handling, distribution, and workflow of gross room/frozen section specimens and supply management logistics. This role functions independently as a practitioner, educator, and role model for fellows, residents, and staff.

• Assists with the oversight of the preanalytical phase of Surgical Pathology (SP); primary decision-making of gross room specimen handling, distribution & workflow, logistics of supply management, and personnel oversight.  
• Assists with updating policies and procedures on the SP functions of the laboratory which includes gross examination and frozen section areas.  
• Assists with SP laboratory quality assurance (QA), regulatory compliance, and inspection readiness by making certain required documentation for specimens (including frozen and research), equipment/instrumentation maintenance, reagent quality control (QC), temperatures, research and occupational safety are complete and accurate in accordance with (IAW) CAP, TJC, OSHA, and state regulatory guidelines.  
• Conducts routine maintenance and troubleshoots laboratory & gross room instrumentation.  
  Ensures and maintains a high standard of specimen identification integrity, gross description, dictation, dissection, and photography.  
• Assists with training entry-level fellows, resident physicians, and anatomic pathology laboratory personnel on SP methodology and procedures (including frozen sections and other intra-operative consultations) under the guidance of medical professional staff and IAW-established protocol parameters.  
• Performs technical components of specimen accessioning, description, dissection, evisceration, and submission of histologic sampling of a full range of anatomical specimens, IAW established protocol and procedural parameters.  
• Acquires tissues from specimens for departmental or inter-departmental purposes such as clinical studies, teaching, and research purposes IAW established protocols.  
• Participates in professional development activities.  
• Performs projects and other job-related duties as assigned.  

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited Pathologist Assistant or related biology program.

EXPERIENCE:

Two (2) years of experience as a pathologists’ assistant. 

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:

 Pathologists’ Assistant, PA (ASCP) required

Benefits Overview

UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits. 
Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. 
Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist. 
Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits. Life Employees receive $40,000 of group term life insurance and $40,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates. 
Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers. 
Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:

• Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time